Whirlpool MH2175XSS Manuals

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents .......................................2 8206540 ® Model MH2175XS

PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS VENTING REQUIREMENTS MH1160XS MH1170XS MH2175XS Electrical: A 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 amp electrical supply located in the upper cabinet as close as possible to the microwave oven hood. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and separate circuit is recommended. ® Microwave Hood Combination Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice. Ref. 8206555 05-30-06 Recommended standard fittings If the existing vent is round, a rectangular- to-round adapter must be used and a minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to round transition piece so that the damper can open freely and fully. 1 - 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) 90° elbow = 25 ft. (7.6 m) 1 - wall cap = 40 ft. (12.2 m 8 feet straight = 8 ft. (2.4 m) Length of 3-1/4" x 10" system = 73 ft. (22.2 m 6" (15.2 cm) vent system 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) vent system A. 1 - transition = 5 ft. (1.5 m B. 2 - 90° elbows = 20 ft. (6.1 m C. 1 - wall cap = 40 ft. (12.2 m 8 feet straight = 8 ft. (2.4 m Length of 6" system = 73 ft. (22.2 m A A. B C A B B. 6 ft. (1.8 m) 2 ft. (0.6 m) 2 ft. (0.6 m) 6 ft. (1.8 m) 3-1/4" x 10" to 6" = 5 ft. 3-1/4" x 10" roof cap = 24 ft. 3-1/4" x 10" 90° elbow = 25 ft. 90° elbow 6" = 10 ft. 3-1/4" x 10" wall cap = 40 ft. 3-1/4" x 10" flat elbow = 10 ft. 45° elbow 6" = 5 ft. Recommended vent length A 3-¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 24.5 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent should be used. The total length of the vent system including straight vent, elbow, transitions, wall or roof caps must not exceed the equivalent of 140 feet (42.7 m) for either type of vent. For best performance, use no more than three 90° elbows. To calculate the length of system you need, add the equivalent feet for each vent piece used in the system. See examples below. NOTE: There must be at least one wall stud within cabinet opening. Roof venting Wall venting roof cap 3-1/4" x 10" through-the-roof 3-1/4" x 10" through-the-wall wall cap CABINET OPENING DIMENSIONS For wall or roof venting methods: If the wall exhaust method is chosen, be sure that there is proper clearance within the wall for the exhaust vent. Wall and roof caps must have back-draft damper. We recommend: ✔using rigid metal vent. ✔that length of vent and number of elbows should be kept to a minimum to provide efficient performance. ✔that size of vent should be uniform. ✔using duct tape to seal all joints in the vent system. ✔using caulking compound to seal exterior wall or roof opening around cap. ✔two elbows should not be installed together. We do NOT recommend: ✔flexible metal vent. NOTE: If flexible metal vent must be used, calculate each foot of flexible metal vent as two feet of rigid metal vent. Flexible metal elbows count twice as much as standard elbows. 66" (167.6 cm) minimum from floor to top of wall mounting plate. 30" (76.2 cm) typical from bottom edge of upper cabinet frame or, if frameless, from cabinet's exterior bottom surface to cooking surface. Space between cabinets must be 30" (76.2 cm) minimum and be free of obstructions. 12" to 14" (30.5 to 35.6 cm) cabinet depth recommended 29⁷⁄₈" (75.9 cm) 15³⁄₈" (39.1 cm) 17¹⁄₈" (43.5 cm) 15⁷⁄₈" (40.3 cm)

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY This product is suitable for use above electric or gas cooking products up to 36" (91.4 cm) wide. These installation instructions cover different models. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustration in these installation instructions. NOTES: ■ Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. ■ Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the warranty. Table of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ..............................1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...................................................2 Tools and Parts...............................................................................2 Location Requirements...................................................................2 Product Dimensions .......................................................................3 Electrical Requirements..................................................................3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................4 Remove Mounting Plate .................................................................4 Rotate Blower Motor.......................................................................4 Locate Wall Stud(s).........................................................................6 Mark Rear Wall................................................................................7 Drill Holes in Rear Wall....................................................................7 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall........................................................8 Prepare Upper Cabinet...................................................................8 Install Damper Assembly................................................................9 Install the Microwave Oven ............................................................9 Complete Installation................................................................... 10 VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS........................................... 11 ASSISTANCE .................................................................................. 12 Replacement Parts ...................................................................... 12 Accessories.................................................................................. 12 IMPORTANT: Read Installation Instructions thoroughly before beginning installation. Save Installation Instructions for local house inspector’s use. 8206555 You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: follow instructions. instructions. DANGER WARNING

W10197620A THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us at 1-800-253-1301. You will need your model and serial number located on the front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Para obtener acceso a “Instrucciones para el usuario de la combinación microondas campana” en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar su número de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada en la parte frontal de la abertura del horno de microondas, detrás de la puerta. Microwave Hood Combination Safety ® MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION USER INSTRUCTIONS You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: follow instructions. instructions. DANGER WARNING When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: ■ Read all instructions before using the microwave oven. ■ Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section. ■ The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions. ■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. ■ Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars – are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.